Nurse SMS MSN, RN

Critical Care; Cardiac; Professional Development

You did what you knew how to do; when you knew better, you did better. - Maya Angelou

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Rehab pts, cabulances, and toileting

Nurse SMS replied to CrunchRN's topic in General Nursing

Briefs are really her only option from where I am sitting. I am thinking good thoughts for her and for you as you guys negotiate these new waters. I am sure this is a very hard day for all of
NICU

Nurse SMS replied to amynursing's topic in General Nursing

Generally speaking NICU, pediatrics, L&D, ICU and ER are the top contenders in the popularity contest for preferred specialties. This translates to them being the most competitive when it comes to...
Should I accept a SNF position as a new grad even though this is not the field I want?

Nurse SMS replied to FishBones's topic in Nursing Career

Yes, you should take it. California is a notoriously tough market to break into, particularly if you are an ASN graduate, not a BSN. That is a very exciting job offer and you will definitely learn a...
38yo male, VERY non-traditional potential nursing student... advice?

Nurse SMS replied to RomaniGypsy's topic in Nursing Career

It is my experience that nurses tend to rely slightly less on just pure science and to consider more of the holistic factors prior to making treatment decisions. Nursing education focuses less on what...
What to ask in a CNA Interview?!?

Nurse SMS replied to Hmullarkey's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

Ask about staffing ratios (how many patients you would be assigned on average). Ask what challenges the floor is facing. Ask what the interviewer likes about working
Workplace bully at first RN job

Nurse SMS replied to Amd3429's topic in Nursing Career

Good advice above. If all else fails, go back to nights rather than
Professional organizations

Nurse SMS replied to NurseZahra's topic in First Year After Licensure

Why is ANA unfavorable? Curious. I have never heard
2018 Nurse Salary

Nurse SMS replied to #MakeItRain's topic in General Nursing

Location: Texas Experience: 7 years Specialty: Professional Development (MSN) Facility: Very small, local community hospital Base Pay: $39.00 Differentials: $2.50 eve, $6.00 weekend, double base...
Teacher or Nurse?

Nurse SMS replied to lquandt's topic in General Students

I am both. I got my nursing degree, worked as an acute care nurse for some years, went back to school and got my MSN and now I work in Professional Development - which is basically teaching and...
Healthy Weight Week

Nurse SMS replied to JanineKelbach's topic in General Nursing

This is a very well written article and I applaud you for undertaking it. It is the most popular unpopular subject around. It does bear noting that BMI measures nothing but a ratio of mass to height....
Should I write a memoir?

Nurse SMS replied to EGspirit's topic in General Nursing

I am working and did not have time to read this entire thread. I shall decline. It is a public forum and if the advice isn't to your liking you can simply move on.
Should I write a memoir?

Nurse SMS replied to EGspirit's topic in General Nursing

If you want to write a memoir, write a memoir. The purpose is only arrogant if you are assuming it is going to be a best seller. Do it because you want to, not because you think it will make you a...
Ambulating post op day zero

Nurse SMS replied to oceangirl1234's topic in General Nursing

For many to most routine surgeries it is best practice to get the patient up as soon as possible on POD0. Naturally a nursing assessment for appropriateness and safety should be performed as well as a...
Job Hunt Etiquette

Nurse SMS replied to hishandmaiden's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

Inappropriate? No. But very unlikely to get you anywhere. Did you make any connections in nursing school you can reach out to? Are you tailoring each resume to the posted job positions? Are you making...
38yo male, VERY non-traditional potential nursing student... advice?

Nurse SMS replied to RomaniGypsy's topic in Nursing Career

What do I think? :shrug: I think you should go for it. Your life goals are as valid of a reason to do this as anyone's and your age is a nonfactor, "young" 38 or not. I was 41 when I got my ASN. I am...
Dose BON check school records ?

Nurse SMS replied to Jasminex's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

Question: Why not just go to nursing school and do this the right
Dose BON check school records ?

Nurse SMS replied to Jasminex's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

You will not receive an invitation to take the NCLEX without getting a PTT code - Permission To Test - from the BON. This is sent out after the nursing school attended sends in your credentials in...
Baylor university med center?

Nurse SMS replied to cassie77775's topic in Texas Nursing

They would probably be very satisfied if you are already enrolled and working on your BSN, but you will need to get that on your resume so they can consider you. I worked for Baylor and thought it was...
Fairness

Nurse SMS replied to Hink12's topic in General Nursing

When we had self scheduling, for every schedule we were allowed five "I definitely cannot work THIS day" X marks on the schedule. We weren't allowed to put those on national holidays. More than that,...
How bad is an employment gap?

Nurse SMS replied to SubSippi's topic in General Nursing

Nah. It only hurts when there is no logical explanation, in my experience
Dream Job

Nurse SMS replied to beekee's topic in General Nursing

I think many people who come into nursing, regardless of age, do so from a desire to live a life that contributes to the well-being of others. That is an idealistic push that gets you through the...
Need help

Nurse SMS replied to Jberthulien's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

We can't help with homework other than to ask you what you think the answer
Conflict with friend/coworker

Nurse SMS replied to Axgrinder's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

Not all relationships are meant to last forever and that includes friendships. This one has run its course. I hope you are able to distance yourself without a big blow up. Stop replying to text...
Group one -black list for nurses in dallas

Nurse SMS replied to nitenurselorraine's topic in Texas Nursing

I would advise getting a good lawyer and plan on this being a very protracted fight. I have a friend who wound up on there for completely bogus reasons by a supervisor who was vindictive. It took him...
Transferring nursing credits after failing out

Nurse SMS replied to Blittle2018's topic in Texas Nursing

You need to jump on that. It is very unusual to be offered that anywhere after failing out. Usually it is one and done...pick a new career. Best of

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